Gastric banding an effective long-term solution to obesity

(Monash University) Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding - lap banding - is a safe and effective long-term strategy for managing obesity, according to the findings of a landmark 15-year follow-up study of patients treated in Australia.

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-01/mu-gba011513.php

Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - January 17, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news